@article{ref1,
title="Follow-up investigations of slip, trip and fall accidents among postal delivery workers",
journal="Safety science",
year="1999",
author="Haslam, R. A. and Bentley, Tim A.",
volume="32",
number="1",
pages="33-47",
abstract="A sample of 40 slip, trip and fall accidents occurring during the delivery of mail were subject to detailed follow-up investigation. Interviews were conducted with accident-involved employees as soon as possible after each incident (mean time between accident and interview=9.5 days). Interviews were held at the location of the accident and covered the sequence of events and related individual, equipment and organisational aspects. The study took place October-March, reflecting the period when most accidents occur. The majority of accidents involved snow or ice (70%). A combination of slippery conditions, use of footwear with worn tread, and time-saving behaviour was found in 50% of accidents. It is suggested that a second important combination is the presence of tripping hazards and the unsafe practice of preparing mail for the next delivery while walking. Poor lighting was considered a problem in 20% of cases. Other problems identified included deficiencies with training and a low level of safety-related activity by local managers. It is concluded that there are opportunities for intervention that should reduce the frequency of these accidents.<p />",
language="en",
issn="0925-7535",
doi="",
url="http://dx.doi.org/"
}